| About This Item |
Miyamoto Musashi, arguably the most famous swordmaster in Japanese
history, fought more than 60 duels before retiring and writing his
famous treatise on swordplay, the “Book of Five Rings”. Development of
the two-sword style of swordplay, with the Daito (long sword) and
Wakizashi being used together, is credited to Musashi. Mounted in
black, the Musashi Elite is faithful to the original down to the famous
double-ring iron tsubas. The tsuka-ito is in leather over ray skin. The
blades are hand-forged in high-carbon steel, with new geometry to
enhance cutting ability. It is edge-tempered using the traditional clay
tempering method, resulting in a distinct hamon. Edge hardness is
HRC60, back hardness HRC40. The grip is double-pegged to the tang for
safety. The cutting style katanas (Elite, XL, XL Light) include a
traditional maintenance kit.
Heavy Competitive Cutting
Designed strictly for competitive
cutting, our XL Katana blades incorporate the geometry, strength,
weight and profile needed for successful cuts on substantial targets.
Featuring differential heat treatment and a narrow edge angle, these
wide blades will reward good technique with clean cuts and excellent
durability. |
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